A big, warm thank you to Stormtech Performance Apparel, which donates 1% of profits to charity every year in the form of gear to encourage people to get outside into nature, for their support of CMHA NWV. We are grateful to receive over 300 items to support our Steps Youth Program, our outreach program and our Walking Therapy. The […]Continue readingThanks to Stormtech for 300+ Items Donation!
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Donate to CMHA North & West Vancouver Today!
Mental health affects us all. Approximately 1 in 3 Canadians will have their lives touched by mental illness in their lifetime. That’s almost 900,000 of our neighbours, friends, and family who are experiencing distress. Maybe it is even you. CMHA offers a wide range of programs and services to help our community members to achieve […]Continue readingDonate to CMHA North & West Vancouver Today!
Celebrating PACT’s Anniversary – One Year Later
On the eve of the one-year anniversary for our Peer Assisted Care Team (PACT), we want to share a little about our journey and where we have landed. In 2021, CMHA North & West Vancouver (NWV) branch worked alongside our provincial office to move forward with an idea to launch BC’s first civilian team, responding […]Continue readingCelebrating PACT’s Anniversary – One Year Later
Notice of Annual General Meeting
August 25, 2022 Are you a member of the Canadian Mental Health Association? If so, join us at our Annual AGM. If not, click here to become a member today. Why attend the AGM? This is your chance to show your support for the mental well-being of our community, and to show your support for […]Continue readingNotice of Annual General Meeting
#TogetherNorthShore
A community campaign by CMHA North and West Vancouver with support from community leaders This Mental Health Week, join the #TogetherNorthShore movement to celebrate the role of a community response to mental health, substance use, abuse and family conflict, be it through PACT or your own communities. Why this is needed Mental health is important […]Continue reading#TogetherNorthShore
Social Support Groups Brochure
We’ve created a new brochure with everything you need to know about CMHA’s Social Support Groups! CLICK HERE to check it out. We encourage you to print it out and share it around.Continue readingSocial Support Groups Brochure
NEW – Walking Therapy
Based on solid evidence that walking and being outdoors in nature contribute to better mental health, we are now offering clients a choice of doing their counselling sessions while walking! We know that walking can really improve sleep, mood and energy levels, and reduce stress and feelings of tiredness. We meet at our Lonsdale office […]Continue readingNEW – Walking Therapy
North Shore Resource Guide – in Farsi & English
Check out the brochures below for a list of local supports and services including: Housing & Shelter / مسکن و سرپناه Food Banks & Grocery / بانک غذا و خواروبار Health & Mental Health / بهداشت و سلامت روان Call for Distress/ تما س ها در مواقع سختی Financial Assistance / کمک مالی AND MORE… […]Continue readingNorth Shore Resource Guide – in Farsi & English
Feel like you’re running on empty these days? You’re not alone
For two years, COVID-19 has plagued us. And for two years, CMHA and UBC have been asking Canadians how they’re doing. Now, in the latest round of research, Canadians are saying they are stressed about what’s coming next. They’re concerned COVID-19 is here to stay. According to the research, 64% of people in Canada are […]Continue readingFeel like you’re running on empty these days? You’re not alone
2022 CMHA Mental Health Week May 2nd – 8th
This Mental Health Week is all about empathy “I can relate.” It’s a familiar expression and one you’ve likely used countless times throughout the pandemic. When someone has been sick or stressed, felt lonely or lost their job. You say it without having to think: “I get it. I’ve been there. I can relate.” But did you know that, hiding in these very simple sentences, is a […]Continue reading2022 CMHA Mental Health Week May 2nd – 8th